Campaigning for a fair deal for dental professionals
New curbs on excessive legal costs and a GDC pilot to lessen the burden of fitness to practise investigations are important wins, but the DDU’s work on behalf of the profession doesn't stop there.
2023, issue 26
2023, issue 26
2023, issue 26
In focus
In focus
Keeping up appearances: complaints, claims and composite bonding
Composite bonding is a popular choice among patients seeking cosmetic treatment, but it can also be a source of complaints and claims.
Advisory call
Dental dilemmas: a confrontational patient
Our dento-legal dilemmas let you learn from others and see what help we can offer - and you can earn CPD along the way.
Case study
Issues with retention of dentures
The DDU was able to support a member who faced a claim from a patient about treatment provided over the course of a year relating to their dentures.
On your side, by your side
Feature
Working for you: DDU external relations
Thomas Reynolds, the DDU's head of policy and strategic communications, shines a light on some of our work to champion members' interests with decision-makers.
News
Dentists for dentists: the DDU peer support network
Being able to reach out and talk to someone who understands you can be a vital coping tool when your fitness to practise is questioned.
In focus
In focus
Resolving workplace grievances effectively
DDU deputy head Leo Briggs joins Vicky Kitney, lead business partner at Peninsula Business Services, to explain how to effectively resolve a workplace grievance.